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the Children's House

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Traverse City, MI · K–11

Last verified August 19, 2026

5363 N Long Lake Rd, 49685 · (231) 929-9325

traversechildrenshouse.org

Enrollment

139

Student:teacher

10:1

Published tuition

Not listed

Application fee

$60

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Head of school

Michele Shane

Head of School

Michele has been with The Children’s House since 1998, as an assistant and Primary Lead Guide until 2007, when she began her current role as Head of School. Her young adult children, Sylvie and Mack, were born and raised at The Children’s House and Compass Junior High.

Curriculum & special classes

The school offers a Montessori learning environment that supports and respects the development of each unique child, nurturing them to become independent, curious, confident, lifelong learners. The Montessori approach helps children with their task of inner construction as they grow from childhood to maturity, including academic, physical, social, emotional, and moral development.

MindUP
Outdoor Play
Compass Junior High Backpacking Trip

Financial aid

The Children's House provides financial assistance for Primary, Elementary, and Junior High programs, processed through FAST from Independent School Management (ISM). A minimum schedule of 5 mornings is required for Primary students to be considered for assistance.

Application fee: $60

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